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"It's probably the best Springboks side we've played against and we've been around for a wee while."

New Zealand coach Graham Henry praises the Springboks following his side's 28-19 Tri-Nations loss in Bloemfontein. July 25, 2009


"It is dangerous to talk about our chances before we've even played our first game."

Springboks skipper John Smit refuses to get carried away by his side's victory over the Lions on the eve of their Tri-Nations opener against New Zealand. July 22, 2009


"My situation highlights the dangers to elite rugby players of excess drinking and illicit substances. Whether in season or out those dangers should be avoided."

Former Bath lock Justin Harrison admits his shortcomings after being handed an 8-month ban for, "actions which are prejudicial to the interests of the Game". July 20, 2009


"I'll have a beer, sit down and go 'Yeah, you got through a pretty tough couple of weeks in your life'."

All Blacks fly-half Stephen Donald reflects on his match-winning performance in the Tri-Nations opener against Australia. July 18. 2009


"For the spirit of the team, speaking the language of the country where you play is paramount."

Stade Francais recruit Tom Palmer embraces the French language on his arrival at the Top 14 club. July 17, 2009


"The support of the management is something you cannot put a value on. It makes it much easier for me."

England fly-half Jonny Wilkinson thanks manager Martin Johnson for the faith shown in him after he was recalled to the England Elite Squad. July 15, 2009


"We agreed the time was right to consider the next two years, and the re-appointment reflects our confidence in them."

New Zealand Rugby Union chairman Jock Hobbs explains the decision to extend the contracts of All Blacks coach Graham Henry and his assistants Steve Hansen and Wayne Smith. July 9, 2009


"You can't quite believe you are part of something like this, and I've had the time of my life."

British & Irish Lions scrum-half Mike Phillips reflects on a tour to remember. July 6, 2009


"This group of players are as tight a unit as I have ever worked with under pressure."

Lions head coach Ian McGeechan pays tribute to his players at the end of their tour of South Africa. July 5, 2009


"You know you've had a **** game when you get text messages from your mum, your sister and your Mrs saying that they still love you."

Lions prop Phil Vickery offers an insight into the trials of a professional rugby player as he prepares for the third Test against the Springboks. July 3, 2009

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